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When to Ask for Help… In Times of Trouble
3 Common Situations When You MUST Reach Out…
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To Ask for help is one of the hardest things in the world. The vast majority of us see ourselves as independent, self-sufficient people. The idea that there’s something in our lives that we can’t handle ourselves is ridiculous.
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But the truth is that everyone needs help from time to time, especially if you’re struggling with something serious.
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Whatever is going on in your life, it’s always worth reaching out to people for support. The problem is that many of us are so used to taking care of ourselves. This makes it hard to realise when we need to ask for help.
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For the majority of us, the problem with that is that by the time we realise there’s a problem, things have already gone far enough to cause some genuine issues in their lives.
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To make sure that this doesn’t happen to you, here are a few simple signs that it might be time to reach out and ask for help.
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When to Ask for Help: #1
You can’t get through the day without a drink
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We all like a drink now and then, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Many people live perfectly happy lives while maintaining a healthy, balanced relationship with alcohol.
On the other hand, there comes a time when you can no longer justify the amount that you’re consuming. If you can’t get through the day without needing a drink, then it might be time to admit that you have a problem.
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The same goes for any other addictive substances; it can be hard to admit that you might have an issue with something like that because of the level of stigma that surrounds it. But if you ignore the problem, then it’s only ever going to get worse.
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There are many solutions such as addiction counseling. These can help you take control of your lifestyle and prevent something like alcohol from taking over your life.
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When to Ask for Help: #3
Getting out of bed is a struggle
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This is a common struggle for many people. Most of us like a lie in from time to time.
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However, if find getting out of bed every single day is something which takes all of your efforts, then that could well be a sign of a more serious problem.
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If you’re constantly feeling exhausted no matter how much you sleep, then it’s worth seeking professional help.
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Health challenges like depression can have a very significant impact on your energy levels. The last thing you want is for it to become a serious problem.
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When to Ask for Help: #3
You’re Seeing People Less and Less
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Sometimes this can happen without you even really noticing. You might have one or two occasions where you don’t feel up for socialising, and that’s totally fine!
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The problem arises when one or two days become three, four or more. Eventually, you could end up finding that you don’t feel up to seeing anyone at all and that you’re completely isolated.
Sometimes, the longer that this goes on, the harder it can be to break out of. It’s so important to reach out to people in your life and tell them that something is wrong.
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Nothing can make feelings of depression worse than being totally isolated.
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